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Hiking around a large tree on the way to Lilypad Lake.
A mushroom pops through the soil.
An expanse of ferns surrounding the trail to Lilypad Lake.
One of the several small creek crossings.
Ycatapom Peak (7,596 ft) nearby.
Wildflowers growing along the trail.
Jay feather found on the ground.
A large meadow on the way to Lilypad Lake.
Lilypad Lake lives up to its name.
Closer view of the great yellow pond lillies.
Small clearing in the lily pads.
Thin and faint trail winding along the lake.
Butterfly feeding on the nectar of a flower.